The Chicago Bears endured another tough outing Sunday, falling 34-17 to the Detroit Lions at Soldier Field. This marked their ninth consecutive loss, the second-longest losing streak in franchise history. Despite a strong showing from quarterback Caleb Williams, the Bears couldn’t overcome their defensive struggles or costly mistakes.
Chicago Bears’ Defensive Struggles Continue Against Lions
Detroit’s offense dominated the game, racking up 474 yards, including 336 through the air from Jared Goff. The Lions quarterback connected with Jameson Williams for an 82-yard touchdown in the first half and added two more scoring passes, including a 21-yard strike to Sam LaPorta. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs added 109 rushing yards and a touchdown, showcasing why Detroit boasts the league’s top scoring offense.
Meanwhile, Caleb Williams provided a bright spot for Chicago. The rookie quarterback threw for 334 yards and two touchdowns, marking his fourth 300-yard game this season. Wide receiver Keenan Allen contributed nine catches for 141 yards. However, turnovers and missed opportunities haunted the Bears, including two lost fumbles in the first half and stalled drives deep in Lions territory.
The Chicago Bears’ defense, which has allowed over 30 points in three consecutive games, continued to struggle, giving up big plays and committing untimely penalties. A critical unsportsmanlike conduct call on cornerback Jaylon Johnson during a Lions scoring drive highlighted their frustration. Despite some second-half stops, including Tremaine Edmunds breaking up a key fourth-down pass, the Bears couldn’t close the gap.
Now sitting at 4-11, the Bears face mounting pressure under general manager Ryan Poles, whose tenure has seen record-setting losing streaks. While Caleb Williams shows promise, Chicago must address glaring defensive issues and inconsistencies to stop the skid. As the season winds down, the Bears must regroup and find solutions to salvage their future.
